Gap under fire for exploiting workers

The report charged Gap with systematically driving down wages while simultaneously exploiting the people producing its goods, creating a system of oppression that has resulted in "the loss of human and labour rights and a decrease in the general quality of life."

The findings were based on a six-month investigation in five countries coordinated by the US-based Union of Needletrades, Industrial and Textile Employees.

Since August last year, the union has been spearheading a global campaign to pressure retail industries into improving the working conditions of garment workers at home and abroad.